WATCH: Tom Blundell Walks Back After An Unavailability Of DRS At Headingely

ENG vs NZ: Tom Blundell was dismissed LBW after scoring 55 runs. The batter couldn't challenge the umpire's decision due to the unavailability of DRS.

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In the ongoing third test match between England & New Zealand, an unsual incident was witnessed on the second day. In-form Kiwi wicketkeeper Tom Blundell was dismissed via LBW. Everything was usual till this moment, but the batter couldn't take a review. Actually, the Decision Review System (DRS) wasn't available due to which, the batter had to walk back disappointed. 

This happened on the third delivery of the 96th over. English bowler Matty Potts' delivered a very full and angled in delivery, which swung as well. Blundell missed the flick and was beaten on the inside edge, rapped on the back leg adjacent to the sticks. The English went up in an appeal and umpoire Richard Kettleborough raised his finger. Blundell couldn't review the decision since the DRS wasn't available. 

At first look, it seemed like if DRS was available, the on-field umpire would have to reverse his decision. Tom Blundell was dismissed after scoring 55 runs and etching a partnership of 120 runs for the 6th wicket with Daryl Mitchell. 

Nobody deserves that wicket more. Great perseverance Pottsy!

Scorecard/clips: https://t.co/AIVHwaRwQv

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While talking about the match, New Zealand are at 270/7 in the first innings after opting to bat first. Daryl Mitchell is inching towards his century and is currently unbeaten at 89*, along with Tim Southee (4). For England, Stuart Broad has been the top wicket-taker with 3 wickets. Jack Leach has picked up 2 wickets while Matty Potts and Jamie Overton picked up 1 wicket each. This match is being played at Headingley, Leeds.